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Freud laminate trimmer

Very powerful, made in Spain and pretty cruddy reviews on Amazon, but I wanted another offset base trimmer to dedicate to a flush-cut bit. Since this was cheaper than the PC base alone, I figured I'd go for it. I really wish Ridgid would come out with an offset base for their laminate trimmer because it is my favorite of the ones I own.

Anyway, it is heavy, but feel solid. There were no real instructions in the case. The offset base also has a different size collet nut so the two stamped wrenches that came with it don't work. If I paid full price for this it would be vexing, but I can deal with it since I got it at a steal and it is just for convenience, not necessary to my day to day. It does mean I have not been able to test it yet though.

No experience with that trimmer but I've had their jigsaw for years and have been more than satisfied with it. Along with the jigsaw I also have some forstner bits and a few saw blades from Freud. All have performed up too or beyond my expectations. Great company and in the couple of instances where I have needed it they also have great customer service.

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